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claycts

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Posted by claycts on Friday, August 22, 2003 11:19 AM

Purchaed the BIG BOY from Rivarossi and it says that ou MUST HAVE 31.5" Radius Curves. Is this based on LOOKS or will it DERAIL on less. Was designing for 30 to 36" VISABLE with 24 to 28" hidden. If I git to go 31.5 or greater then I have a space problem.

Take Care George Pavlisko Driving Race cars and working on HO trains More fun than I can stand!!!

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claycts

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From: AIKEN S.C. & Orange Park Fl.
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Posted by claycts on Friday, August 22, 2003 11:19 AM

Purchaed the BIG BOY from Rivarossi and it says that ou MUST HAVE 31.5" Radius Curves. Is this based on LOOKS or will it DERAIL on less. Was designing for 30 to 36" VISABLE with 24 to 28" hidden. If I git to go 31.5 or greater then I have a space problem.

Take Care George Pavlisko Driving Race cars and working on HO trains More fun than I can stand!!!

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, August 22, 2003 12:31 PM

SURPRISED!

The Trix Big Boy, HO scale, 3pounds, 3 ounces will handle 18" with considerable overhang according to MR April 02.

Can't find my Riv HO infor right now.

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, August 22, 2003 12:31 PM

SURPRISED!

The Trix Big Boy, HO scale, 3pounds, 3 ounces will handle 18" with considerable overhang according to MR April 02.

Can't find my Riv HO infor right now.

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claycts

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Posted by claycts on Friday, August 22, 2003 2:17 PM

Thanks, The PAPER with the engine states that it REQUIRES a 31.5" Min Radius. I am still researching more on my own.

Take Care George Pavlisko Driving Race cars and working on HO trains More fun than I can stand!!!

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claycts

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Posted by claycts on Friday, August 22, 2003 2:17 PM

Thanks, The PAPER with the engine states that it REQUIRES a 31.5" Min Radius. I am still researching more on my own.

Take Care George Pavlisko Driving Race cars and working on HO trains More fun than I can stand!!!

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 23, 2003 2:59 AM

My 97/98 model expo Rivarossi catalog does not specify radius limitations but I suspect
the BB will operate on 18"
My 2-6-6-6 Riv Allegheny could operate down to 16" per MR Feb 02 review but I use 22"

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 23, 2003 2:59 AM

My 97/98 model expo Rivarossi catalog does not specify radius limitations but I suspect
the BB will operate on 18"
My 2-6-6-6 Riv Allegheny could operate down to 16" per MR Feb 02 review but I use 22"

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 23, 2003 2:55 PM

My Marklin 2-6-8-2 definitely handles 18 inch radius so I suspect that any of the German or Austrian made Big Boys will do the same.
Have fun.

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Anonymous

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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, August 23, 2003 2:55 PM

My Marklin 2-6-8-2 definitely handles 18 inch radius so I suspect that any of the German or Austrian made Big Boys will do the same.
Have fun.

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dknelson

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Posted by dknelson on Sunday, August 24, 2003 1:01 PM

Remember: the minimum radius a large steam loco will operate on is one thing.
The minimum radius it can be coupled to a car is another -- if there is big overhang at the back of the tender.
Dave Nelson

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dknelson

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Posted by dknelson on Sunday, August 24, 2003 1:01 PM

Remember: the minimum radius a large steam loco will operate on is one thing.
The minimum radius it can be coupled to a car is another -- if there is big overhang at the back of the tender.
Dave Nelson